524View
8m 31sLenght

The Vuache ridge is located just under the glide path for landing at the Geneva International Airport from the south. The altitude for sailplanes is limited here to 3500 feet (1066 m) above sea level, whereas the highest peak of the Vuache is 3625 feet (1105 m). Fortunately the safety margin of 1000 feet (305 m) above ground (measured vertically) permits flying a bit higher just above the ridge, which makes it tight but feasible to cross from the Jura to the Alps at this location. Video recorded on 31 August 2016 from Antares 20E HB-2454. Early in the video the river Rhone is crossed, and the Fort l'Ecluse can be seen.